kemphaan

Dutch

Etymology

Equivalent to kampen +‎ haan.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈkɛmp.ɦaːn/
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  • Hyphenation: kemp‧haan

Noun

kemphaan m (plural kemphanen, diminutive kemphaantje n)

  1. ruff, Calidris pugnax
  2. brawler, streetfighter
    Synonym: vechthaan
  3. gamecock
    Synonym: vechthaan

Synonyms

Descendants
  • → Sranan Tongo: kepanki
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